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45 Simple Self-Care Practices for a Healthy Mind, Body & Soul
Self-Care
Self-care is the constant repetition of habits, which together ward off exhaustion and keep you at your optimum— physically, and mentally.
The best way to do this is to implement tiny self-care habits every day. To regularly include in your life a little bit of love and attention for your own body, mind, and soul.
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- Find moments of newness while engaged in your daily tasks of living.
- Bring awareness and gratitude to the everyday things you take for granted.
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Physical Self-Care
You need to take care of your body if you want it to run efficiently.
Physical self-care includes your eating, exercising and sleeping habits and how well you're caring for your physical needs. Attending appointments, taking medication as prescribed, and managing your health are all part of good physical self-care.
Social Self-Care
Socialization and close connections are key to your well-being. The best way to cultivate and maintain close relationships is to put time and energy into building your relationships with others.
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Sleep
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Hydration
Staying hydrated helps keep the skin clear, your mood balanced, and helps both digestion and your immune system.
Try to keep a water bottle on you at all times so you have the constant reminder to drink throughout the day.
Exercise
Keeping up with your physical health reduces stress and releases endorphins (the chemicals that make you happy).
Exercise is also defined as any form of physical activity. So dancing in the apartment, walking around campus, or hitting the gym could all help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.